The Broken Leg Principle: Your Spouse’s Limitations

Paul explains why we should recognise and accept our spouse's limitations instead of punishing them for things they cannot change. He compares emotional wounds to a "broken leg", urging compassion, patience, and honesty about where healing is needed. The episode shows how to notice real progress—by tracking higher highs and less severe lows—and encourages praising growth, acknowledging effort, and tailoring expectations to each couple's unique journey.